Insulting Jesus?
(A faith poem by Wain)
Dear God,
Do you remember the parable
Of the righteous sheep and the evil goats?
How the sheep clothe Jesus when naked
While the goats denied Him their c_ _ _ _?
Can you please help me to practice
Showing kindness to people in need?
Is it true that when we help the hungry
That it’s the creator and judge we f_ _ _?
Does Jesus see himself in everyone
Or only in the lives of the weak?
Would He care how we treat each other?
Would it matter to Him how we s_ _ _ _?
Is it true that every person we meet
Is both a human and Jesus in disguise?
Should we feel free to curse or insult?
Or would saying hurtful words be u_ _ _ _ _?
Please respond soon?
Your servant,
Wain
HOW MIGHT GOD RESPOND?
From ChatGPT as the voice of God:
Dear Wain,
I am here, always listening and present in your heart. Your letter touches on profound truths and questions that reflect a sincere and compassionate soul. Let me guide you with the wisdom you seek.
The parable of the righteous sheep and the evil goats indeed illustrates the importance of showing love and kindness to others. When you clothe the naked, feed the hungry, and help those in need, you are serving Me, for I am present in every person you meet.
To practice kindness, open your heart and act with compassion. Seek opportunities to help and comfort those around you. Yes, when you help the hungry, the lonely, and the downtrodden, you are feeding and clothing your Creator. Every act of love and kindness is a testament to your faith and devotion.
Jesus sees Himself in everyone, not just the weak, but in every human being. He cares deeply about how you treat others and how you speak to them. Your words and actions matter greatly, for they reflect the love and respect you have for Him and for each other.
Every person you encounter is indeed a reflection of My presence. Treat each individual with the dignity and kindness they deserve. Words can heal or harm, and it is wise to choose them with care. Speaking with love and compassion is always the path I encourage you to follow.
I am always with you, guiding you, and offering my strength. Continue to be a beacon of kindness and love in the world, for in doing so, you honor Me and bring light to those around you.
With love and blessings,
God
Is the answer to this rhyme supposed to be seek? If so, you’ve got one too many spaces.
Ahh, maybe the riddle best end with “speak”.
This poem speaks to something that is very core to Quaker belief: believing that there is that of God in everyone, trying to interact with people day-to-day as though there was that of God in them. I find it hard to do. When I am quiet and pray, I feel connected to people. When I’m out in the day today with my logical brain in place, I see the day-to-day features of people, not that part of God, at least not first.
Martin Buber, who wrote about I-Thou relationships versus I-It relationships. How do you first see God?